We're getting results!

Freeuse launched in 2008 and was only available to North West Leicestershire District residents. Up until the new freeuse site was launched in December 2009 the site had managed to divert over 7000kgs of waste from landfill. That is the same as

219 - fridges or,

658 - flat screen TV's or,

875 - pushchairs

With the new, easy to use and better looking site we are aiming even higher. Every resident in the Leicestershire area can use the site. That means more items available for those looking for a bargain and more chance of rehoming those unwanted belongings.

More ways to reuse

There are lots of other ways you can reuse unwanted household items. Alot of items can be reused into new objects, like old wellies into stylish plantpots. For more tips and hints on reusing household items visit the Leicestershire Waste Partnership website, lesswaste.org.uk.

National reuse sites are gaining in popularity and although the item you give or take may not be local you are quite likely to find what you want. Websites like freecycle, freegle, and don'tdumpthat are all popular.